Irish Butter Scones

14 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 475°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. 3Grate the cold butter into the dry ingredients.
  4. 4Using your fingers, work the butter mixture together until it resembles sand and is crumbly.
  5. 5Whisk together the milk and two of the eggs.
  6. 6Add most of the milk and egg mixture to the flour mixture, reserving about a tablespoon to brush over the tops.
  7. 7Stir to combine or work the dough together with your hands.
  8. 8Knead dough a few times to incorporate any loose pieces, but don't over knead.
  9. 9Pat dough out about 1 inch thick.
  10. 10Using a 2-inch biscuit cutter, cut out scones into rounds and transfer to baking sheet.
  11. 11Brush tops with reserved egg/milk mixture.
  12. 12Sprinkle with sugar.
  13. 13Bake until puffy and golden brown, 14-16 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 eggs
  • Demerara or additional sugar for topping

Equipment

mixing bowlgraterbaking sheetparchment paper2-inch biscuit cutter

Tips

  • Don't over knead the dough.